2025 FORD F-53
3 recalls, 3 complaints
26V235000 Apr 14, 2026
WHEELS:HUB
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 F-59 and F-53 vehicles. The front axle hub assembly may be missing the spindle nut and cotter pin.
Consequence
A missing spindle nut may lead to brake system damage or wheel detachment, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the front axle spindle nut and cotter pin as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 4, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S27. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) invol... Read more
26V155000 Mar 17, 2026
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 F-59 and F-53 commercial stripped chassis vehicles. The exterior brake lights may remain illuminated when the driver is not applying the brakes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stand... Read more
Consequence
Brake lights that remain illuminated can fail to alert other vehicles of the driver's intention, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the brake pedal and repair the brake booster push rod as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C17. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) in... Read more
26V025000 Jan 21, 2026
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-59 and F-53 vehicles. The exterior brake lights may illuminate unexpectedly or fail to illuminate when the brake pedal is activated, due to an incorrectly installed switch. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal ... Read more
Consequence
Brake lights that do not illuminate properly while driving increase the risk of a crash. In addition, the vehicle may be shifted out of park without the brake pedal applied, increasing the risk of a rollaway and crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the stop light switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C01. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on ... Read more
Complaint Statistics
3 total complaints
1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jun 15, 2026
Incident date: Apr 14, 2026
The contact owns a 2026 Lexus TX 350. The contact stated that after an extended driving period, the vehicle was parked in the garage, and the contact became aware of a strong gasoline odor. The fumes caused persistent headaches that lasted two days. The contact had not sought medical attention. Upo... Read more
1 injured
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 15, 2026
Incident date: Apr 14, 2026
HAD RECALL FOR HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP COMPLETED IN 12/2022 AND THE NEW PART HAS PREMATURELY FAILED CAUSING DEBRIS TO GO INTO THE FUEL SYSTEM. THE NEW PART WAS TO PREVENT THIS ISSUE FROM HAPPENING AND IT SEEMS THAT FAILURE AFTER ONLY 3 YEARS MEANS THAT A DEFECTIVE PART WAS INSTALLED OR SOME FORM OF... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 15, 2026
Incident date: Apr 14, 2026
driving down the road and the sunroof exploded
FORD F-53 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FORD F-53 across all model years (1995, 2026).
23
Total Recalls
167
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
6
Reported Crashes
4
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
FORD F-53 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2025 (current) | 3 | 3 | |
| 2024 | 1 | 4 | View |
| 2023 | 1 | 8 | View |
| 2022 | 2 | 7 | View |
| 2021 | 1 | 15 | View |
| 2020 | 1 | 28 | View |
| 2019 | 0 | 4 | View |
| 2018 | 0 | 7 | View |
| 2017 | 1 | 6 | View |
| 2016 | 1 | 18 | View |
| 2015 | 0 | 8 | View |
| 2014 | 1 | 26 | View |
| 2013 | 1 | 10 | View |
| 2012 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 2011 | 1 | 9 | View |
| 2010 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 2008 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1997 | 2 | 3 | View |
| 1996 | 2 | 2 | View |
| 1995 | 2 | 6 | View |